Week 36, Saturday

John 10:10 The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy.
My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.

Compromise: to settle; to expose or make vulnerable to danger; jeopardize

What happens if you take the “com” off of “compromise”? You get “PROMISE”. A promise you are meant to live! We have many empowering scripture verses to filter and protect us from every worldly situation. God’s truth! If I want to model what it looks like to live out truth in my physical struggles, I have to break up with unhealthy choices. Indulging in chips or a brownie is a small concessions compared to compromising my health. If one indulgence leads to two, and that leads to another, then a downward spiral is eminent.

We were and are made for God’s promises that lead to an abundant life of truth, strength, and joy. Satan’s purpose is to compromise God’s best promises. Don’t allow Satan to weaken, expose, or make vulnerable. Don’t compromise. Refuse to accept less than the peace and abundant life God has made for you and promised to you. (Lysa Terkeurst – Made to Crave Daily Devotional)

Lysa Terkeurst ~ Made to Crave Daily Devotional

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Don't compromise...or lower your standards for food. Don't give in to your temptations. Rise up, look up to the Heavenly Father for your source of strength and endurance. Be bold and be beautiful, not from the outside alone, but from within. True beauty comes from the Father and shines out for the lost to see. Be a good example in every area of your life. Show others that eating healthy is fun. Don't complain about the food you cannot have, but be happy and praise the Lord for the good food you can have.

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I Am the Super Food-Bowl Winner!

Are you headed to a Super Bowl party for game day? Don’t forget your healthy habits after the kickoff! Avoid the penalties of eating bad choices; instead make a touchdown by choosing healthy foods. If there aren’t any healthy options, here are a few tips to get you through the day! 1.    Pray your way through the temptations! 2.    All good teams prepare for the biggest game of their career. Prepare! Prepare! Prepare! Pack a snack and stuff it in your purse. Don’t feel ashamed or embarrassed. Eat your delicious healthy snacks with boldness! You should be proud that you are sticking to your healthy plan! 3.    Drink plenty of water. AVOID alcoholic beverages; they contain a lot of sugar and calories! 4.    I know that the food looks delicious…but don’t compromise! GOD'S PROMISE: Philippians 4:13. You can do ALL things through Christ that gives you strength. 5.    Portion Size! Don’t over eat. Take small portions and eat from a small plate.  6.  Sit the furthest away from the table! If you feel the need to munch, pray! 7.  Drink drink water.

Maybe your the host and friends or family are coming to your house to watch the big game, today? Here are a few ideas for Healthy Eating/Good Choices.

 

Pizza made with Margherita Pizza  or Spinach and Mushroom Pizza

Delicious Mini Burritos: Be sure to use the whole wheat, or corn tortillas, they have fewer sugar grams and more fiber.

Bruschetta appetizers

Homemade Salsa (Avoid prepared jarred salsa; they are full of preservatives and loads of sugar).

Healthy Chips - A Makeover

Slim Dips

Popcorn – air popped

Heavenly Eggs (not deviled, I don’t like to give Satan any credit for healthy choices.)

Chicken Kabobs

Of course there are the usual FRESH VEGGIES and FRESH FRUIT. Do not eat fruit dips; they are full of sugar (yogurt is very high in sugar)! Stay away from the creamy dips; they are full fat and calories! Clear dips are best, Italian or oil and vinegar dressings. (No raspberry vinaigrette because it contains loads of sugar).

Have a blessed weekend!

You are wonderfully made!